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Hold On, We're Talking 1984 Trivia Quiz

Many of the world's pop culture icons made their first appearances in the year 1984. Let's see how well you remember what happened that year.

A multiple-choice quiz by RedHook13. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
RedHook13

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
316,302

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
3340

Awards
Top 35% Quiz

Last 3 plays: Guest 27 (5/10), Guest 120 (1/10), Guest 92 (1/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. In 1984, pop singer Michael Jackson's hair was accidentally set on fire during a commercial. What product was he selling? Hint

Coca-Cola

Dr. Pepper

RC Cola

Pepsi

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Question 2 of 10

2. The characters of Optimus Prime and Megatron debuted in 1984 as characters of which cartoon series? Hint

The Transformers

Masters of The Universe

G.I. Joe

The Centurions

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Question 3 of 10

3. The 1984 Summer Olympics were held in what American City? Hint

Los Angeles

Chicago

New York

Atlanta

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Question 4 of 10

4. Who did President Ronald Reagan defeat in 1984 to win his second term? Hint

Gerald Ford

George Bush

Walter Mondale

Jimmy Carter

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Question 5 of 10

5. Which NASA space shuttle made its first voyage on August 30, 1984? Hint

Discovery

Columbia

Atlantis

Challenger

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Question 6 of 10

6. The following film franchises spawned multiple sequels. Which of them DID NOT debut in 1984? Hint

Indiana Jones

Police Academy

The Terminator

Beverly Hills Cop

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Question 7 of 10

7. On June 23, 1984 the NBA held its annual draft. Several NBA superstars were selected that year. Who was NOT among them? Hint

Patrick Ewing

Hakeem Olajuwon

Michael Jordan

Charles Barkley

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Question 8 of 10

8. In India there have been several key figures with the last name of Gandhi. Which Gandhi was assassinated by Sikh separatists in 1984? Hint

Sanjay

Mahatma

Indira

Rajiv

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Question 9 of 10

9. During Super Bowl XVIII, which iconic piece of technology made its commercial debut? Hint

Philips VCR

Apple Macintosh

Sony Walkman

Nintendo Entertainment System

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which airline launched its first commercial service in 1984? Hint

America West Airlines

Southwest Airlines

Virgin Atlantic

Ryanair

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. In 1984, pop singer Michael Jackson's hair was accidentally set on fire during a commercial. What product was he selling?

Answer: Pepsi

On January 27, 1984, Michael Jackson was filming a commercial for Pepsi Cola. During the filming Jackson's hair was set on fire by the pyrotechnics. He was hospitalized and later received plastic surgery to hide the scar tissue. He also won eight Grammy Awards in 1984.

2. The characters of Optimus Prime and Megatron debuted in 1984 as characters of which cartoon series?

Answer: The Transformers

The Transformers cartoon series debuted in 1984 and has since developed into one of the most successful toy franchises in the world. New toys, comic books and cartoon series continue to be produced.

3. The 1984 Summer Olympics were held in what American City?

Answer: Los Angeles

The 1984 Summer Olympics were held in Los Angeles, California. The games were boycotted by the Soviet Union, in response to America's boycott of the 1980 games, which were held in Moscow.

4. Who did President Ronald Reagan defeat in 1984 to win his second term?

Answer: Walter Mondale

Ronald Reagan won his second term in a landslide victory. Reagan captured 525 electoral votes, while Mondale received only 13.

5. Which NASA space shuttle made its first voyage on August 30, 1984?

Answer: Discovery

Space Shuttle Discovery was the third shuttle to be launched. With the destruction of the Columbia and Challenger, its predecessors, Discovery became the oldest shuttle in service.

6. The following film franchises spawned multiple sequels. Which of them DID NOT debut in 1984?

Answer: Indiana Jones

The first "Indiana Jones" movie debuted in 1981. Other notable series to debut in 1984 include the "Karate Kid" and "Gremlins".

7. On June 23, 1984 the NBA held its annual draft. Several NBA superstars were selected that year. Who was NOT among them?

Answer: Patrick Ewing

Patrick Ewing was not drafted until 1985. However all four men were inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame.

8. In India there have been several key figures with the last name of Gandhi. Which Gandhi was assassinated by Sikh separatists in 1984?

Answer: Indira

Indira Gandhi was assassinated on October 31, 1984. Two of her own bodyguards, who of were Sikh descent, shot her multiple times.

9. During Super Bowl XVIII, which iconic piece of technology made its commercial debut?

Answer: Apple Macintosh

The first "Mac" made its debut in 1984. During Super Bowl XVIII, it was featured in a commercial which depicted scenes out of George Orwell's novel "Nineteen Eighty-Four".

10. Which airline launched its first commercial service in 1984?

Answer: Virgin Atlantic

On June 22, 1984, Virgin Atlantic flew from London's Gatwick Airport to Newark International Airport in New Jersey, using a Boeing 747. The Virgin Group has acquired several airline franchises, including Virgin America and Virgin Blue.

Source: Author RedHook13

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